All American Hot Dish

Warm, hearty, and irresistibly nostalgic, this All American Hot Dish is the ultimate comfort food perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. Featuring savory ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, crisp mixed vegetables, and a golden crown of crispy tater tots, this casserole is layered with flavor and texture in every bite. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and optionally garnished with a sprinkle of paprika and fresh parsley, this easy-to-make dish offers a beautiful blend of homestyle cooking and classic Americana. Ready in just an hour and serving six, it's a one-dish meal guaranteed to delight the entire family. Keywords: All American Hot Dish, tater tot casserole, ground beef recipes, comfort food casserole, easy family dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and green beans)
• 1 10.5-ounce can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 28-ounce bag tater tots
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a light coat of olive oil or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease from the skillet.

Step 4

Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well combined and heated through.

Step 5

Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef mixture.

Step 7

Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese, covering the surface completely.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove the hot dish from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top. Return to the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Step 10

Optionally, garnish with a light dusting of paprika and fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy this All American Hot Dish as a comforting family meal or potluck favorite.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1754.1 grams (1754.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3018

Total Fat 226.40g	290%
Saturated Fat 117.10g	586%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g
Cholesterol 670mg	223%
Sodium 5506mg	239%
Total Carbohydrate 103.00g	37%
Dietary Fiber 20.20g	72%
Total Sugars 44.20g
Protein 161.40g	323%

Vitamin D 85IU	427%
Calcium 2334mg	180%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 2450mg	52%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.8%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 13.3%